About this role
Teaching & Learning Sciences, Teacher
Education
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Program Adjunct Faculty 2026-2027
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The Morgridge College of Education is looking to hire adjunct instructors for the 2026-2027 academic year to teach a variety of graduate courses in the Teaching and Learning Sciences department, Teacher
Education
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Program. Courses may vary. More information about the courses can be found on the Registrar’s Office schedule of classes. This posting will serve for multiple openings throughout the 2026-2027 academic year.
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Position Summary
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The Morgridge College of Education is looking to hire adjunct instructors for the 2026-2027 academic year to teach a variety of graduate courses in the Teaching and Learning Sciences department, Teacher
Education
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Program.
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Essential Functions
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Teach graduate level courses
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Collaborate with faculty course lead to adapt and deliver course
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Create and maintain course Canvas container
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Meet with students as needed
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Respond to student communication in timely manner
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Assign papers, exams and other deliverables as appropriate
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Grade in a timely manner
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Maintain regular communication with the faculty lead, particularly if a student related issue arises
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Required Qualifications
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Masters or terminal degree (depending on the course)
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Teaching experience in K12 setting OR higher education
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Successful teaching/facilitation experience with adults at the graduate level
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Content expertise (depending on the course — e.g. CLDE, GT)
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Preferred Qualifications
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Teaching experience in both K12 setting and higher education
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Experience with inclusive pedagogy and commitment to inclusion
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Experience using technology to facilitate adult learning
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Work Schedule
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The University of Denver's regular operating hours are 8-4:30 PM. Actual schedule will depend on course(s).
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Course Rate
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$1,265 per credit hour taught
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The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, available market information, and course enrollment but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.
Benefits
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The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.
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Equal Opportunity
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The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, or veteran status in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment and admissions context, as required by Title IX and other applicable laws.
Education
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Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non‑Discrimination‑Statement.
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All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.